Industrial Equipment Service & Maintenance Engineer

Altek is a leading provider of industrial equipment solutions in support of the Aluminium processing industry, committed to delivering high-quality products, service and maintenance to our clients. We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Industrial Equipment Service & Maintenance Engineer to join our team.

Job Summary: 

The Industrial Equipment Service & Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of industrial equipment. This role requires a strong electrical background with complementary mechanical skills to ensure the efficient operation of machinery and systems. The work will take place either on client’s sites covering all the Americas, or in the business works. Experience in Aluminum cast houses or the steel industry is highly desirable. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults in machinery.
• Install and commission new equipment and systems.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify potential issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Provide technical support and training to operators and other staff.

Dimensions: 

• Reporting to the Operations Manager
• Working closely and maintain a strong relationship with all Altek departments US & UK.
• Customer facing role working closely with clients to support their needs.

Key Working Relationships: 

• Internally Engineering (Software, Electrical, Mechanical & Process)
• Internally the Production/ Works manager and shop floor managers/ supervisors.
• Internally HSE
• Internally Quality
• Internal and External site service personnel.
• Externally all customers direct or indirect.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must have 5-7 years of relevant working experience. 
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Will also consider relevant industry experience.
• Proven experience in industrial equipment maintenance and repair.
• Must be able travel 50% throughout North America and possible to the UK. 
• Certification in electrical or mechanical maintenance.
• Knowledge of industry safety standards and regulations.
• Strong electrical skills with a solid understanding of mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.
• Desirable Experience: Experience in Aluminum cast houses or the steel industry, to including process knowledge.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, and other control systems.
• Reading and understanding technical drawings.
• Competent in using all tools and equipment in sort of role or proving ability to be able to use.
• Quality Inspection as and when needed.
• Process adherence.
• Document and record maintenance/ management & control.
• Adherence to company HS&E processes and procedures.
• Clear communication both written & verbal.
• Experience in Plant / Cast House / heavy manufacturing Environments (preferred)
• Hydraulic experience (preferred)

Behaviors:

• Excellent communication skills with all stakeholders
• Able to create productive working relationships.
• Attention to detail.
• Maintaining and exceeding standard requirements.
• Teamwork.
• Punctual.
• Time management – to achieve goals/standards.
• Must be confident and willing to travel substantially.
• Confident with good written and oral. communications skills.
• Discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Taking reasonable care for your own Health and Safety.

Key Behaviors:

Personnel:

• Openness and willingness to foster an environment of trust.
• Openness to change.
• Willingness to assist.
• Puts team before self.
• Responsible and holds team responsible.
• Dependable.
• Committed to goals.
• Balances Team and individual responsibilities

Consistently High Results:

• Demonstrates resolve to exceed expectations.
• Achieves goals through implementation of plan.
• Stays focused.
• Is responsible for results.

Integrity and Ethics:

• Takes decisive action when required.
• Raises awareness and willing to challenge when integrity compromised.
• Ethical in thought word and deed.
• Promotes transparency.

Extreme Commitment:

• Understands responsibilities and accepts them.
• Hard working and productive.
• Urgency of action and focused on end goal.
• Resilient.
• Never complacent; goes to extremes to deliver.

Self-Motivation and Discipline:

• Does not need to be managed; recognizes what is important and needs minimal guidance.
• Asks for help when needed.
• Undertakes self-development.
• Open to feedback.
• Seeks feedback and is not defensive.

Dependability:

• Delivers what is promised; is reliable.
• Makes realistic promises and consistently delivers on them.
• Can be counted on to meet deadlines.

We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, life insurance and disability plans, as well as a 401k with company matching.

Harsco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Disclaimer:

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.